Background
Alterman, Phoebe Mae was born on May 10, 1920 in New York City. Daughter of Abraham J. and Celia (Lavender) Schwartz.
Alterman, Phoebe Mae was born on May 10, 1920 in New York City. Daughter of Abraham J. and Celia (Lavender) Schwartz.
Bachelor, New York University, 1941. Master of Arts, New York University, New York City, 1967. Master of Social Work, Adelphi University, 1976.
Director public relations, Greater New York Council Girl Scouts United States, New York City, 1957-1961;
director patient services, Multiple Sclerosis Society, New York City, 1961;
director chapters, Cancer Care Inc., New York City, 1961-1969;
executive director, Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 1969-1973;
executive director, Hope for Youth, Nassau County, New York, 1974;
executive director, Group House Pt. Washington, Nassau County, New York, 1978-1980;
director, Community Alternate Residence Project, Nassau County, New York, 1976-1978;
assistant director Social Svc. Ctr, School of Social Work, Adelphi U., Nassau County, New York, 1987-1988;
director continuing education School Social Work, Adelphi U., Nassau County, New York, 1980-1987;
coordinator senior outreach services, Jewish Family Superior vena cava syndrome, Jamesburg, New Jersey, 1988-1990.
Instructor S.I. Community College, New York City, 1973-1975. Adjunct Professor Adelphi U., 1982-1988.
Founder, past president Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Counselor Nassau County Department Drug & Alcohol Addiction, 1987-1988. Member National Association of Social Workers (board directors 1984, vice president 1986), Academy Certified Social Workers.
Married Daniel Alterman, June 29, 1941. Children: Daniel L., Merrill Jane.